Boners and oddities from exams and essays
A collage of humorous snippets and misprints from exam papers and essays. It cites notes on Polycarp, a "care, many-sided fish," and odd historical terms with playful misreadings of Much Ado about Nothing and other references.
Peter Rabbit Risks Garden Temptation Again
Peter Rabbit leaves the Old Orchard and peeks into Farmer Browns garden tempted by cabbages beets turnips and carrots. A hidden pit nearly traps him but he escapes a narrow setback underscores warning against tasting poisoned plants and repeating past mistakes.
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Alone We Seek Sympathy and Courage to Heal
The speaker contends that true understanding comes only when we face grief alone. Sympathy from friends often distorts truth, and personal responsibility remains the self‑directed cure. The burden of sorrow and guilt rests with each person, requiring private reflection to heal.
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Douglas Matloch
WNT Service
Hot and Cold Beverages for Tea and Related Drinks
Practical tips for brewing tea in an earth en ware pot with scalding water and a draw time of three to five minutes. Describes additions like jams marmalades and citrus and suggests a cheesecloth bag for large gatherings. Also includes Cambric Tea and Ginger Ale Julep recipe and notes on preparing chocolate. 1933 Western Newspaper Union.
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Western Newspaper Union
Walter Travis Putts With Precision and Silent Focus
Walter Travis’s legendary putting method involved lining up a subconscious wind line in front of the ball before stroking with quiet power. He imagined a driving blow with each stroke, judged greens with uncanny sight, and favored fast putts on downhill runs to counter the ball’s roll.
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Walter Travis
Travis
Bell Syndicate
WNU
Legislative bills inch toward final action in Montana session
The legislature debates revenue measures and tax changes including gas refunds and a university system overhaul. House Bill 176 could substitute a refund exemption, while Senate rejects a land tax cut and Governors faces possible veto.
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Senate
University of Montana
Café question echoes biblical demand in old Boston Transcript
A fragment recalls a tale of swearing fealty for half a kingdom and a demand for John the Baptist's head. A girl asks a boy in a café what one would do, and he replies that John’s head belongs to the kingdom of God, not to a ruler.
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Johng
John
Boston Transcript
California Syrup of Figs Promotes Child Appetite
An old advisory promoting California syrup of figs as the remedy for sluggishness and constipation in children. It claims the bowel condition, not the stomach, causes loss of appetite and energy. The ad warns to check the label and avoid substitutes.
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California
Make Today Count Be Wise Not To Defer
A short aphorism urging prompt action and wise choices. The line emphasizes urgency and prudence, warning against delaying important decisions. It reflects a calendar of daily resolve and self discipline.
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